Detective Comics #1084

Fantastic story, with Javier Fernandez' gritty art being perfectly suited to a city at war. Read Full Review

Impeccable writing mixed with stunning art makes this issue incredible. The entire team is creating some of the best Batman content seen in a while. This is the perfect addition to the Gothic Opera storyline. Read Full Review

Fernandez delivers some beautifully detailed and lovely art throughout the issue. The action works brilliantly with the colors and use of shadow throughout and I love the final reveal and what it means for the story going forward. Read Full Review

Detective Comics #1084 is the calm before the storm, only this time, Batman has all the cards and is ready to take his city back. The grand finale of Ram V's epic run has all the makings of an all-time great tale. Read Full Review

Detective Comics #1084 is a step in the right direction for this title, I hope it keeps going and finishes the run on a high. Read Full Review

The opening chapter to Ram V's final act builds a sense of anticipation and excitement as Batman finally returns to Gotham. The stakes are laid out and the characters are moved into position for the final stretch building towards the run's climax. At the same time, V doesn't abandon the focus on politics and psychological motivations that have defined his story up until now, hopefully setting up a satisfying conclusion that will tie everything together. Read Full Review

Honestly, this issue didn't do anything revolutionary or spectacular, but it got a "Hell yeah" from me simply because it felt like a return to the classic Batman after a lengthy breakdown of the character and the concept. Read Full Review

Detective Comics #1084 is a perfectly serviceable issue that gets Batman back to Gotham for the last leg of Ram V's tenure on Detective Comics. The plotting, pacing, action, and dialog are solid and largely free of Ram V's trademark overwritten narration. Even the backup is worth your time as it enhances a key development in the main story. Read Full Review

The beginning of the final arc of Gotham Nocturne is off to a much better start than the end of the last one, as new artist Javier Fernandez renders Ram V's setting the stage for his final Batman vs. Orgham conflict. Read Full Review

liolia

Apr 23, 2024

This was a ROLLER-COASTER. I screamed in the beginning, in the middle, and in the end. And then again in the back-up! Great job everyone all around, and I'm literally on edge for the next issue. I can't emphasize enough how much the writing rocked. Every quote was like dialed to 11, and I LOVED the call-back to TDKR. Fingers crossed Ram lands this run (and Selina...) on their feet, inspired by the ending of Nolan's trilogy.

derbycomics

Apr 26, 2024

In the latest installment of Ram V’s Gotham Nocturne opera, Detective Comics #1084 sets the tone for a thrilling new act: Crescendo. With Javier Fernández’s captivating art, Dave McCaig’s evocative colors, and Ariana Maher’s meticulous lettering, this issue is a home run in storytelling. The writing is exceptionally strong, weaving a narrative that’s both personal & profound. V’s script balances darkness & hope, mirroring Batman’s journey from his lowest points in the previous Acts to his triumphant return to Gotham here. The art feels distinct from previous Acts as well, w/ a much brighter color palette that effectively conveys the shift in Batman’s mental state. Fernández’s illustrations are detailed & maintain a gr ittiness that keeps a sense of consistency, while McCaig’s colors bring a sense of depth & emotion to each panel. The backup story featuring Cassandra Cain is a great addition, offering a new character’s perspective on the Orgham’s version of Gotham. The nod to Bruce’s flashback earlier in the issue was clever & tied the two stories together nicely. As a fan of Cassie, I’m excited to hopefully see her play a bigger role in these final issues. Overall, Detective Comics #1084 is a really strong issue that sets the stage for a gripping & emotional ride. V has a very strong grasp on what makes Bruce Bruce & I can’t wait for what he has planned for the Dark Knight now that he has renewed confidence and a sense of self. more

BatSledge

Apr 26, 2024

Nice to have a sane, confident, almost happy Bruce Wayne back in the cowl! As I excitedly await for this final act to play out in all its Nolan-esque glory, I can only hope that Chip Zdarsky is paying attention.

AmericanHealthcare

May 24, 2024

Reasonably interesting story with oddly, distractingly stiff, melodramatic dialogue and voice that harms immersion. I see what it's going for, but I personally don't feel as though it's working particularly well.

Jonn McLoed

Aug 27, 2024

I'm a little sad as Detective for me is why comics exist in the first place. It was a bit of a run through of here we go again and the art was good to patchy. I hate a support act like Selina in Tec as this was always my go to for the world's greatest Detective. I left at the New 52 and this is a poor start to any return......JM